Original U.S. Indian Wars Named Connecticut 8th Artillery Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk Napoleonic Otherwise just great

Otherwise just great

which makes sense since members of Railway Battalions often wore M1 Helmet Liners on their own when not engaged in combat situations

which still has the maker mark on the back clearly stamped:

casuals sent from the ZI in predetermined numbers

The three upper suspension bands are joined together with a correct string

Original U.S. Indian Wars Named Connecticut 8th Artillery Regiment Militia Pattern 1872 Shako by W. Stokes Kirk Napoleonic Otherwise just greatOriginal Item: Only One Available. Fantastic pattern 1872 Indian Wars rigid shell kepi. Characteristics that define this version are sturdier construction and a lather banding around the crown. This fine example dates from the end of the 19th century and belonged to an Officer of the 8th Connecticut heavy artillery regiment, as identified by the insignia on the front. Cap is in good condition for being well over a century old. Blue felt is solid with